I am an instructional technologist and AI specialist—a full‑stack developer dedicated to bridging the gap between theory and practice. With a background in English Language Teaching, I design learning experiences and craft the technology they need. I earned an MA in Curriculum and Instruction and focused on blended and self-paced learning while working on user-friendly applications and full‑cycle technical projects. I gained robust experience conducting deep needs analyses through client interviews and turning those findings into practical solutions. Currently a PhD candidate, I focus on Generative AI as a peer learner and am developing an app that includes a conversational AI agent for teacher trainees. My passion is using current technology to create scalable, impactful learning experiences.

DUYGU CAVUSOGLU

I am an instructional technologist and AI specialist—a full‑stack developer dedicated to bridging the gap between theory and practice. With a background in English Language Teaching, I design learning experiences and craft the technology they need. I earned an MA in Curriculum and Instruction and focused on blended and self-paced learning while working on user-friendly applications and full‑cycle technical projects. I gained robust experience conducting deep needs analyses through client interviews and turning those findings into practical solutions. Currently a PhD candidate, I focus on Generative AI as a peer learner and am developing an app that includes a conversational AI agent for teacher trainees. My passion is using current technology to create scalable, impactful learning experiences.

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I am an instructional technologist and AI specialist—a full‑stack developer dedicated to bridging the gap between theory and practice. With a background in English Language Teaching, I design learning experiences and craft the technology they need. I earned an MA in Curriculum and Instruction and focused on blended and self-paced learning while working on user-friendly applications and full‑cycle technical projects. I gained robust experience conducting deep needs analyses through client interviews and turning those findings into practical solutions.

Currently a PhD candidate, I focus on Generative AI as a peer learner and am developing an app that includes a conversational AI agent for teacher trainees. My passion is using current technology to create scalable, impactful learning experiences.

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Language

English
Advanced
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Fullstack Developer at Freelancer
January 1, 2021 - Present
Performed basic AWS operations such as monitoring instances, restarting servers, and accessing logs through the AWS Console. Integrated third-party services including Stripe, Google Maps, Doppler, Infisical, and Sentry. Managed full-cycle API integrations across various platforms. Handled DNS configurations and domain verification for transactional email services using SendGrid. Configured DNS records, managed domains, and connected custom URLs to hosted applications using Cloudflare. Led client meetings to gather requirements, understand project goals, and clarify technical needs. Prepared discovery questions and conducted analysis sessions for new projects. Translated client needs into structured technical plans, including task breakdowns, endpoint lists, and estimated timelines. Created pre-proposal documents with project scopes, workload estimations, and delivery timelines. Managed daily stand-ups and internal meetings to ensure team alignment and progress. Coordinated full project
Full Stack Developer at Walnut Software LTD
March 1, 2023 - Present
Implemented backend services using Laravel and Node.js. Built and consumed RESTful APIs with experience in GraphQL and Swagger. Integrated and customized Strapi CMS for dynamic content delivery. Implemented user authentication systems with Google, Apple, Spotify, and SSO providers. Developed mobile applications using Flutter. Built and managed admin dashboards with Vue.js. Developed web applications with Next.js including TypeScript and internationalization support. Created Progressive Web Apps for responsive and mobile-friendly experiences. Managed iOS build and deployment processes with Xcode and Codemagic. Published mobile applications to the App Store, Google Play, and Amazon Appstore. Created and maintained Jenkins pipelines for automated deployment of web, mobile, and API projects. Set up and managed Hetzner servers, cloning projects, editing configs, connecting databases via MySQL Workbench, and managing deployments via SSH.
Project & Team Management at Freelancer
March 1, 2023 - Present
Led client meetings to gather requirements, clarify technical needs, and align project goals. Prepared discovery questions and analysis sessions for new projects. Translated client needs into structured technical plans, including task breakdowns, endpoint lists, and timelines. Created pre-proposal documents with project scopes and delivery timelines. Managed daily stand-ups and internal meetings to ensure team alignment and progress. Coordinated full project life cycles across mobile, web, and backend teams, ensuring deadlines and requirements were met. Assigned tasks, tracked progress, and resolved blockers in collaboration with development teams. Automated deployments using Jenkins and supported release processes without managing live production transitions. Handled internal QA and prepared client handoff documentation and post-launch support materials. Supported Jenkins automation and project duplication for white-label clients across multiple environments.
Full Stack Developer at Walnut Software LTD
March 1, 2023 - Present
Implementing backend services using Laravel and Node.js. Building and consuming RESTful APIs, with experience in GraphQL and Swagger. Integrating and customizing Strapi CMS for dynamic content delivery. Implementing user authentication systems with Google, Apple, Spotify, and SSO providers. Developing mobile applications using Flutter. Building and managing admin dashboards with Vue.js. Developing web applications with Next.js, including TypeScript and internationalization support. Creating Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) for responsive and mobile-friendly experiences. Managing iOS build and deployment processes with Xcode and Codemagic. Publishing mobile applications to the App Store, Google Play, and Amazon Appstore. Creating and maintaining Jenkins pipelines for automated deployment of web, mobile, and API projects. Setting up and managing Hetzner servers, including cloning projects, editing configs, connecting databases via MySQL Workbench, and managing deployments via SSH.
Freelance Full Stack and Bubble.io Developer at Freelancer
January 1, 2021 - Present
Performing basic AWS operations including monitoring instances, restarting servers, and accessing logs via the AWS Console. Integrating third-party services such as Stripe, Google Maps, Doppler, Infisical, and Sentry. Experienced in full-cycle API integrations across various platforms. Managing DNS configurations and domain verification for transactional email services using SendGrid. Using Cloudflare to configure DNS records, manage domains, and connect custom URLs to hosted applications. Leading client meetings to gather requirements, understand project goals, and clarify technical needs. Preparing discovery questions and conducting analysis sessions for new projects. Translating client needs into structured technical plans including task breakdowns, endpoint lists, and estimated timelines. Creating pre-proposal documents with project scopes, workload estimations, and delivery timelines. Managing daily stand-ups and internal meetings ensuring team alignment, unblocking tasks, and tra
EFL Teacher at Multiple Schools in Canakkale and Istanbul
January 1, 2021 - August 5, 2025
Taught students at Istanbul Kultur University, EVYAP Schools, ISTEK Semiha Sakir Schools, Istanbul Dil Akademisi, Canakkale College, Evyap Schools. Managed the owned online teaching platform. Organized local events like student shows and conferences. Arranged students' and teachers' weekly and monthly schedules. Selected lesson materials and designed materials. Published a school magazine and created online events.
Freelance Exam Grader and Reviewer at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - Present
Performed freelance grading and reviewing for iTEP exams.
EFL Teacher at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2021
Taught English as a Foreign Language to university students, designed curricula and learning materials, and supported teacher education initiatives within the university.

Education

MA, Curriculum and Instruction at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
BA, Teaching English at Marmara University
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2010
PhD Candidate, Curriculum and Instruction at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
January 1, 2025 - August 5, 2025
Fullstack Web Developer at Le Wagon Istanbul
August 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
PhD Candidate, Curriculum and Instruction at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
January 1, 2025 - August 5, 2025
MA, Curriculum and Instruction at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
BA, Teaching English at Marmara University
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2010
Full Stack Web Developer Bootcamp at Le Wagon Istanbul
August 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
MA, Curriculum and Instruction at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
August 1, 2021 - February 23, 2026
BA, Teaching English at Marmara University
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2010
CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) at Cambridge University Press & Assessment
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016

Qualifications

Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA)
December 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025
Bubble.io 5-week Interactive Remote Course
November 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Apollo Graph Developer Associate Certification
June 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025
iTEP Academic Plus (C2 - Mastery Level)
March 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025
Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA)
December 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025
Bubble.io 5-week Interactive Remote Course
November 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Apollo Graph Developer Associate Certification
June 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025
PhD Candidate, Curriculum and Instruction
January 1, 2025 - February 23, 2026
5-week Interactive Remote Course
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Associate Certification
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
5-week Interactive Remote Course
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Associate Certification
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other

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